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May 17, 2024 · Calvinism emphasizes the sovereignty of God in all aspects of salvation. It gained prominence during the Reformation and became a popular theology in regions like Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Scotland. Calvinism's core principles are summarized in the five points of TULIP: total depravity, unconditional election, limited atonement ...
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May 28, 2024 · And it also gives us the extensity of sin—only evil. And then finally, the constancy of sin—continually. “Every intention of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually.”. I think that verse in Genesis 6:5 really captures what the doctrine of total depravity is trying to say. There are other verses like Jeremiah 17:9: “The ...
1 day ago · Mystery cults, or mystery religions, were ancient religious associations characterized by secrecy and initiation rites. They typically surrounded one primary deity, but some mystery cults venerated...
May 20, 2024 · C.S. Lewis’ Emphasis on Free Will. Lewis’s emphasis on free will is a significant point of departure from Calvinist thought. In “The Problem of Pain,” Lewis writes extensively about the importance of free will in the context of human suffering and theodicy. He contends that free will is essential for genuine love and moral growth.
2 days ago · The problem of evil is the philosophical question of how to reconcile the existence of evil and suffering with an omnipotent, omnibenevolent, and omniscient God. [1] [2] [3] There are currently differing definitions of these concepts. The best known presentation of the problem is attributed to the Greek philosopher Epicurus.
May 10, 2024 · Be a theological lifeline for Christians through your monthly gift. Your generosity fuels gospel outreach around the world. If we deny the depths of our depravity in order to obtain a better self-image, we will have lost far more than we’ve gained. Today, R.C. Sproul teaches that recognizing our sinful corruption is foundational to ...
May 13, 2024 · There are 5 major points of disagreement between Calvinists and Arminians. They are 1) the extent of man’s depravity, 2) whether election is conditional, 3) the extent of Christ’s atonement, 4) the nature of God’s grace and 5) whether Christians will/must persevere in the faith. We will briefly survey these five points of disagreement and ...
